Environment PFAS in Washington’s well water could make you sick ‘Forever chemicals’ linked to ailments from high cholesterol to cancer are in our clearest aquifers — but steep costs pose cleanup challenges. by Andrew Engelson / February 14, 2024
News Puget Sound transit and riders navigate post-pandemic commutes With more people working in-office, local agencies try to make light-rail and bus services more consistent. But they face staff shortages and delays. by Andrew Engelson / March 22, 2024
Culture Paris fashion tops Seattle's, but the reason might surprise you Comfort and style combined: Fashion for Parisian women is surprisingly sensible. by Valerie Easton / November 16, 2010
Politics ELF members gained nothing by the UW arson, and so much was lost A former staff member of the University of Washington's Center for Urban Horticulture wonders why, seven years later, the crime makes no more sense than it did the morning Merrill Hall went up in... by Valerie Easton / May 30, 2008
News WA’s new drug law could help needle exchanges — or restrict them The possession bill passed this year includes $63M for treatment centers. But it also gives local governments the power to regulate them. by Andrew Engelson / November 2, 2023 / Updated at 5 p.m. on Nov. 7
News High grocery costs challenge Washington families, food banks Nearly 29,000 households in King County don’t have enough income to cover household basics, according to data from the University of Washington. by Andrew Engelson / November 21, 2023
Culture Whidbey gets serious about building local, healthy food systems A produce stand in Italy gives consumers a direct line to healthy, nutritious food. by Valerie Easton / October 27, 2011
Book City: What to read to appreciate art & culture Christopher Shainin, Executive Director of La Conner's Museum of Northwest Art. by Valerie Easton / November 19, 2014
The poetry on Washington's poet laureate's shelf Elizabeth Austen is Washington State's new poet laureate by Valerie Easton / July 17, 2014